Follow-up on corrections·September 19, 2023

On 09/15/2023, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Romy Castanon conducted a Case Management due to deficiencies observed during today's inspection. Upon arrival, LPA conducted a self-guided tour. Director was performing morning transportation and Assistant Director Gelitzly Vargas had just arrived and needed to clock in. A review of the Facility Personnel Report Summary on 09/19/2023 indicates all facility staff or other individuals who require caregiver background checks have received criminal record and child abuse index clearances or exemptions. LPA entered Infant Room #2 and observed 9 infants and 2 staff members. LPA discovered an infant was dropped off just as LPA entered the room. LPA informed Assistant Director of the teacher to infant ratio. The Assistant Director immediately moved 2 infants to connecting Room #3. Room #2 was out of ratio for 5 minutes. Based on LPA’s observation, the facility is being cited in accordance with California Code of Regulations, Title 22, Division 12, Section 101416.5 Staff-Infant Ratio. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with Director Vanessa Stahl. Appeal Rights were discussed. Director was provided a copy of their appeal rights (LIC 9058) and their signature on this form acknowledges receipt of these rights. All appeals must be in writing and received by the Regional Office within 15 business days. Notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Upon receipt, Director shall post and provide copies of this licensing report to parents/guardians of children in care at the facility and to parents/guardians of children newly enrolled at the facility during the next 12 months. Director shall have LIC9224 (Acknowledgement of Receipt) signed and kept in each child's file. End of Report